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Lauren Harkins, RPN

Oakville

Summary

Dedicated Registered Practical Nurse with extensive experience at Halton Healthcare, excelling in critical thinking and decision-making in high-pressure settings. Committed to improving patient outcomes through thorough assessments and collaborative care. Proficient in electronic documentation and delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care, consistently surpassing patient satisfaction standards.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Practical Nurse- Emergency Department

Halton Healthcare
03.2022 - Current
  • Assessed up to 40+ medical emergencies as zone intake nurse quickly in collaboration with other healthcare providers for immediate life-saving measures.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
  • Delivered compassionate care to patients of diverse ages, backgrounds, and medical needs in the fast-paced emergency department setting.
  • Educated families about medication management at home following hospitalization or discharge instructions.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex patients.
  • Performed thorough physical assessments on each patient upon arrival to the emergency department, identifying urgent medical concerns and initiating appropriate interventions.

Cosmetic Nurse Injector

Independant Practice
06.2023 - Current
  • Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
  • Managed daily operations for a successful small business, ensuring efficient processes and quality services.
  • Established a loyal customer base up to 70+ patients by providing personalized attention, addressing concerns promptly, and exceeding expectations.
  • Enhanced company reputation by consistently delivering exceptional service quality to customers.

Field Nurse

Odyssey Medical
03.2022 - Current
  • Coordinated with physicians to implement prescribed treatment plans, ensuring consistency in patient care delivery.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and timely interventions.
  • Assessed patients by observing and recording vital signs, gathering specimens and reviewing lab test results.
  • Completed thorough assessments to identify changes in patients'' condition, implementing appropriate interventions as needed.

Sheridan College RPN Student

Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital Emergency Department
09.2021 - 12.2021
  • Assessed patients to determine individual needs with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Identified and assisted with opportunities for performance improvement activities.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.

Sheridan College RPN Student

Credit Valley Hospital Rehab Medicine Unit
05.2021 - 08.2021
  • Administered close patient care, including checking vital signs, preforming head to toe assessments, assisting with acts of daily living, and medication administration.
  • Updated patient charts via EPIC with current data to keep records updated and support accurate treatments.
  • Attended medical procedures to increase nursing expertise and advance training.
  • Collaborated with nurse preceptors and other members of the health care team to achieve quality patient outcome goals.

Mohawk College PSW Student

The Wellington Long Term Care Facility
09.2018 - 05.2019
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Kept patients mentally alert by entertaining, conversing and reading aloud.
  • Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
  • Conferred with supervisor to discuss patient condition and medical care.

Lash Technician

Self Employed
03.2018 - 11.2021
  • Sanitized and sterilized equipment as required by law and company policy.
  • Sought professional training and applied newest methods of eyelash extension application.
  • Answered phone calls and emails to schedule client appointments.
  • Developed and managed relationships with vendors and suppliers.
  • Assessed income and expenses and adapted plans to improve profit levels.
  • Developed business plan, processes and procedures to provide superior cosmetic services to customers.
  • Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Trent University
Toronto, ON
04-2026

Bridging Certificate RPN To RN - Bridging To University Nursing

George Brown College
Toronto, ON
08.2023

Diploma - Practical Nursing

Sheridan College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Brampton, ON
12.2021

Ontario College Certificate - Personal Support Worker

Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Hamilton, ON
05.2019

Ontario College Certificate - Pre-Health Sciences

George Brown College
Toronto, ON
08.2018

High School Diploma -

Garth Webb Secondary School
Oakville, ON
06.2017

Skills

  • Ability to think critically in high stress situations
  • Extensive knowledge in problem-solving including de-escalation skills in various settings
  • Eminent understanding of cultural competence
  • Superior time management and organization skills with abilities to move quickly and efficiently

Certification

  • Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) in Ontario (College of Nurses of Ontario) -February 2022
  • ASIST Suicide Intervention Training - April 2023
  • Ethical Conduct on Research Involving Humans - April 2022
  • Mindfulness in the Workplace - April 2023
  • Youth and Mental Health 101, Depression 101 + Harm Reduction offered by CAMH- April 2022
  • GPA Gentle Persuasive Approach Training- April 2024
  • Standard First Aid & CPR Level C/AED (Re-certification)- May 2024
  • Training on Human Trafficking for Healthcare Professionals- July 2022

Additional Information

References available upon request.

Timeline

Cosmetic Nurse Injector

Independant Practice
06.2023 - Current

Registered Practical Nurse- Emergency Department

Halton Healthcare
03.2022 - Current

Field Nurse

Odyssey Medical
03.2022 - Current

Sheridan College RPN Student

Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital Emergency Department
09.2021 - 12.2021

Sheridan College RPN Student

Credit Valley Hospital Rehab Medicine Unit
05.2021 - 08.2021

Mohawk College PSW Student

The Wellington Long Term Care Facility
09.2018 - 05.2019

Lash Technician

Self Employed
03.2018 - 11.2021

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Trent University

Bridging Certificate RPN To RN - Bridging To University Nursing

George Brown College

Diploma - Practical Nursing

Sheridan College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning

Ontario College Certificate - Personal Support Worker

Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology

Ontario College Certificate - Pre-Health Sciences

George Brown College

High School Diploma -

Garth Webb Secondary School

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